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Were you looking for information about
 Antidepressants? Anti depressents is a common misspelling of antidepressants.
 
Antidepressants are prescription medications that are licensed to treat depression. There are several types of these drugs, including tricyclic antidepressants, SSRIs, SNRIs, and MAOIs. Generally, most antidepressants work by increasing certain chemicals in the brain. Before using an antidepressant, you should talk to your healthcare provider if you have bipolar disorder, any chronic condition, or a history of suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
 
(Click Antidepressants for a more in-depth look at antidepressants, including a list of the various types of antidepressants available, general information on how and when to take them, and a description of the common side effects reported with these drugs.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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